Property Adjuster II

Erie Insurance • Carbondale, IL

5d • Remote

About The Position

This is a remote, work from home position in Illinois. The selected candidate will ideally live in Edwards, Wabash, Hamilton, White, Clay, Richland, Lawrence, Saline, Gallatin, Jasper, Crawford County and/or surrounding areas. The hiring manager will also consider candidates for Property Adjuster I. Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications. A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided. Good time management and organization skills preferred.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required.
• Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.
• Position requires the incumbent to serve on Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations, interviews, and inspects damage, driving to site of damage within assigned territory or other if required. Prepares estimates, makes recommendation, and handles coverage questions, and litigation.
• Sets and maintains reserves, reviews reports and related materials, directs experts, determines coverage and claim value, issues or declines payment, and negotiates claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary.
• Documents claim files and submits report for closure.
• Recognizes subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action.
• Services assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion.
• Interacts with Agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern.
• Assists claims supervisor or acts on his/her behalf, including representing the company at legal proceedings, as required.
• Completes industry-related training programs and continues to attend training programs to remain informed on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation.
• Assists in training of new claims adjusters.
• Participates on Catastrophe Team when required.

Benefits

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Orthodontic coverage for children and adults
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility and infertility coverage
• Well-being programs
• Paid volunteer hours for service to your community
• Dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED